Lakota
UnisexLakota has been given to 3,245 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It peaked in 1997. In 2025, about 1 in 39,202 girls was named Lakota.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
3,245
Peak year
1997 (148 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1978
10-year trend
▼ -24%
Gender split
52% girls / 48% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Lakota — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Lakota.
Sibling name ideas for Lakota
Same era and popularity as Lakota, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Lakota?
Lakota has been given to 3,245 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Lakota peak?
Lakota peaked in 1997, when 148 babies were given the name.
Is Lakota a girl or boy name?
Lakota is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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